1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1992 Honda Prelude is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Honda Prelude (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Lumina | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
